Dr. Kumu Michelle Manu

Coach. Author. Elite Athlete. Media Personality.

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(Podcasts Featuring Michelle)

A promotional image for the "Bruce Lee Podcast" features a black and white image of Bruce Lee from the waist up, set against a vibrant blue background with a subtle water texture. Bruce Lee is depicted shirtless, showcasing his muscular physique, and is looking intently to his left. Above him, the words "BRUCE LEE" are written in large white, bold, sans-serif letters, with "PODCAST" in smaller, spaced-out letters directly below.

Flowing With Michelle Manu

Click here to listen to Michelle being interviewed by Bruce Lee’s daughter, Shannon Lee.
Scroll to the bottom of the page to hear the full episode.

Dr. Michelle Manu, wearing black athletic attire, demonstrates a Pāhoa knife technique on a life-sized training dummy. She holds the wooden dagger across the dummy’s back in a dynamic motion, with her body positioned in a strong martial stance. Her long braid flows behind her as she executes the move with precision and focus on a dojo mat.

Warrior Women: Empowering Hawaiian Tradition of Lua
for future generations

Effervescent podcaster Reena Friedman Watts interviews Michelle on her show
“Better Call Daddy”.
Click here to listen now!

Dr. Michelle Manu stands on a beach with gentle waves in the background, looking off into the distance with a serene smile. She wears a light blouse, traditional Hawaiian lei, and a patterned wrap skirt. Her right hand rests on her hip while her left arm is raised to her head, with her long hair tied back in a ponytail. The black and white image captures a peaceful, reflective moment by the sea.

Powerfully Embrace Who You Are

Podcaster Andrea Harkins interviews Michelle Manu. Listen on Spotify

Michelle Manu poses barefoot against a black background, wearing a striking red suit. With long, straight hair, she crouches slightly, resting her chin thoughtfully on one hand while the other rests on her knee. Her nails are painted red to match her outfit, and her expression conveys calm confidence and introspection.

Indigenous Legal Insights Podcast

Click here to hear Dr. Michelle, JD Demystifying Legal Basics on the Moana Nui Podcast
Additional episodes HERE

Dr. Michelle Manu (left) and another woman engage in a podcast conversation, each seated in front of a microphone. Dr. Manu wears a black top and smiles slightly, while the host on the right, seated in front of a vibrant sunflower-patterned backdrop, smiles warmly. The setup suggests a casual, yet professional podcast recording session.

What it Means to be a Warrior Today

Click here to listen/watch Michelle and Traci, of TLC Unleashed
talk about being a warrior woman today.

A studio portrait of Dr. Michelle Manu shows her looking directly at the camera with a calm expression. She has long, straight, light brown hair flowing over her shoulders. She is wearing a striking traditional-looking cape or collar made of black, red, and orange feathers, with some green feathers at the bottom. Her shoulders and chest are bare, and the background is solid black.

Nā Koa (The Warriors) and Pā Lua O Manu

G’day! Listen to the Mind Sensei interview with Kumu Michelle.

From Ancient Traditions to Modern Triumphs:
Warrior Woman Michelle Manu’s Warrior Path

Kumu Manu visits Task O’Fit Martial Arts & Fitness
Warrior Women in the World of Entrepreneurship with Sifu Colo

Holding Spaces: Am I Hawaiian Enough?

Kumu Manu joins a panel of mighty Hawaiian
wahine/women on the Moana Nui Podcast